How To Fix EC352 - Copying statuses is restricted in modification mode. See F1 Help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 352

• Message text: Copying statuses is restricted in modification mode. See F1 Help

What causes this issue?

Statuses cannot be externally copied into interfaces that are original
in another system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Go to maintenance in the target interface. From here you can copy
statuses from the same interface or a different one.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC352 - Copying statuses is restricted in modification mode. See F1 Help ?

  The SAP error message EC352, which states "Copying statuses is restricted in modification mode. See F1 Help," typically occurs in the context of project management or when working with status management in SAP. This error indicates that the system is preventing the copying of statuses because the operation is being attempted in modification mode, which is not allowed for certain status-related actions.
  Cause:
  
  Modification Mode: The error arises when you are trying to copy statuses while the system is in modification mode. This is a restriction to prevent unintended changes to status assignments.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict certain operations in modification mode to maintain data integrity.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action in the current mode.
  
  Solution:
  
  Switch to Display Mode: If you are in modification mode, switch to display mode to perform the status copying operation. This can often be done by navigating to the appropriate menu option or using a specific transaction code.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, contact your SAP administrator to review and adjust your permissions.
  Review Configuration Settings: If you have access to system configuration, check the settings related to status management to see if there are any restrictions that can be modified.
  Consult F1 Help: The error message suggests consulting the F1 Help for more detailed information. This can provide specific guidance related to the context in which the error occurred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that pertain to status management, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or other related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to project management and status management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.